Discover Canada Prep
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Free Canadian Citizenship Practice Test

Answer 20 questions in the same format as the real test. You need 15 correct (75%) to pass. See the right answer and an explanation after each question, then get your score by topic.

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Who is Canada's head of state?

What the Canadian citizenship test covers

Every question comes from the official Discover Canada: The Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship study guide published by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). This practice test draws on these areas:

  • Rights and responsibilities
  • Who we are (Canadian identity and peoples)
  • Canada’s history
  • Modern Canada
  • How Canadians govern themselves
  • Federal elections
  • The justice system
  • Canadian symbols
  • Canada’s economy
  • Canada’s regions

Discover Canada Prep is an independent study tool. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by IRCC or the Government of Canada.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this practice test really free?

Yes. This 20-question test is free with no signup and no credit card. You see the correct answer and an explanation after every question, and a score by topic at the end.

How many questions are on the real citizenship test?

The real test has 20 multiple-choice questions, and you need 15 correct (75%) to pass. The online version allows 45 minutes. Check canada.ca for the current rules before your test.

Will these exact questions be on my test?

No one can promise that. These questions are written from the official Discover Canada guide, which is the study material for the real test, so practising them builds the knowledge you need.

Is this practice test timed?

This free test is not timed, so you can read the explanations. Our full practice exams in the app use a 45-minute timer to match the real test.

What score should I get before taking the real test?

The pass mark is 75%. Aim for 80% or higher on several different practice exams so you have a buffer on test day.

Where can I get more practice questions?

Create a free account for 5 full timed practice exams, drawn from a bank of 800+ questions, plus flashcards and study cards. Premium plans unlock all 20 exams.